Central Act
The Army Act, 1950
An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to the Government of the regular Army.
| Act number | 46 of 1950 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1950-05-20 |
| In force from | 1950-07-22 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence |
| Department | Department of Military Affairs |
| Sections | 198 |
| Schedules | 2 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
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Questions this page answers
When did the The Army Act, 1950 come into force?
It came into force on 1950-07-22, having been enacted on 1950-05-20.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Defence (Department of Military Affairs).
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